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Agastache cana

Family Labiatae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   6a - 11   RHS:   H - FT   EGF:   H2 - G2   Australia:   1 - 5  
Care Level
Height 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH neutral

Description The herbaceous perennial Agastache cana is repeat-blooming and bears showy, faded purple and fragrant blossoms during mid-summer to mid-autumn. The matte foliage is medium green in colour, medium in texture and fragrant.
Typical Uses Border, container, culinary, cut flowers, vegetable garden and wild flower.
Special Characteristics This herbaceous perennial attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden. Agastache cana tolerates drought.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Agastache cana grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.